Who Is Nate Bargatze? Age, Biography and Wiki
Nate Bargatze, born on March 25, 1979, is an American comedian known for his clean and relatable humor. In 2025, Nate is 46 years old and has established himself as one of the prominent figures in stand-up comedy. He became widely recognized for his appearances on "The Tonight Show" and Netflix specials, charming audiences with his storytelling style and observational comedy.
For more on his background and achievements, check his Wikipedia page.
| Occupation | Stand-up Comedians |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | March 25, 1979 |
| Age | 46 Years |
| Birth Place | Nashville, Tennessee, U.S. |
| Horoscope | Aries |
| Country | U.S |
Popularity
Nate Bargatze's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
As of 2025, Nate Bargatze stands at approximately 6 feet (183 cm) tall and weighs around 170 lbs (77 kg). His frame is average yet maintains a healthy physique, which he often humorously references in his acts.
Bargatze hosted Saturday Night Live for the first time on October 28, 2023, and for a second time on October 5, 2024. In those appearances, he attracted attention for his portrayal of George Washington in sketches that mock the American language and system of measurements.
Also in 2024, he performed at the Netflix Is a Joke Festival at the Hollywood Bowl. Bargatze said hosting SNL led to a "giant, giant leap" in his career. He was the highest-grossing comic in 2024 according to Pollstar.
He topped Billboard's Boxscore ranking of the highest-grossing comedy tours, with $82.2 million gross income from 1.1 million tickets sold across his 148 shows, setting a new record for largest one-year gross by a comedy performer in Boxscore history.
Bargatze returned to Netflix to release his next special, titled Your Friend, Nate Bargatze, which premiered on Christmas Eve 2024.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
Nate Bargatze is known to be quite private about his personal life. As of 2025, he remains happily married to his wife, Laura Bargatze, with whom he shares a daughter. The couple has been together for many years and often supports each other’s careers. Nate is not currently dating anyone outside his marriage, and he frequently shares humorous anecdotes about family life with his audience.
Raised in a devoutly religious Christian household, Bargatze is one of three children. His father practiced magic tricks with him while growing up, and Bargatze stated he performed in skits with his church group, beginning when he "was around 11".
He attended DuPont Elementary in Old Hickory, Tennessee until fourth grade, when he transferred to Donelson Christian Academy (DCA) in Nashville, where his father had a day job as a history teacher. He competed in track and field at DCA and tried out for the basketball and golf teams, but was cut from both. He graduated in 1997.
Net Worth and Salary
In 2025, Nate Bargatze's net worth is estimated to be around $4 million. His income primarily stems from stand-up comedy gigs, Netflix specials, merchandise sales, and podcasting. Known for his consistent work ethic, Nate continuously works on new material and projects, contributing to his growing financial success.
Career, Business and Investments
Nate Bargatze's career took off in the early 2010s and has only gained momentum since. His comedy specials on platforms like Netflix, including "The Tennessee Kid" and "Greatest Average American," have won critical acclaim and expanded his fan base. Bargatze has also ventured into podcasting with "The Nate Bargatze Show," where he engages in discussions about comedy and life, further diversifying his portfolio. His investments mainly include real estate and venture funding in entertainment tech startups, showcasing his foresight as a businessman.
Bargatze began his comedy career in 2002, and moved to Chicago to attend The Second City, an improvisational comedy troupe. He soon decided against improv, and instead enrolled in Jim Rauth's Comedy College, which focused on stand-up comedy.
At this time, Bargatze rented a basement apartment with his former co-worker Michael Clay and worked as a waiter at a nearby bar. He performed fill-in spots at Zanies Comedy Club in Chicago, and also performed at Zanies Nashville.
Social Network
Nate is quite active on various social media platforms. You can follow him on:
- Instagram for glimpses of his personal life and comedy clips.
- Twitter for updates on shows, thoughts, and interactions with fans.
- Facebook to connect with his fanbase and share upcoming projects.
Bargatze drank heavily while starting out as a comedian, and said he "got very close" to sabotaging his career due to alcoholism. He stated that he stopped drinking alcohol in 2018, recalling that: "I wasn’t able to drink like a regular person.
I knew, 'Alright, well, if I want to go to the level I want to go to, I have to get this out of my life or I’m not going to be able to get to that level'."
Education
Nate Bargatze attended Vanderbilt University, where he studied communications. Though he dropped out to pursue a career in comedy, his college education has contributed to his articulate storytelling and comedic timing, which resonate well with audiences around the world.
Stephen was a clown, member of the International Brotherhood of Magicians, and motivational speaker, while Carol worked in the ticket office for the Vanderbilt Commodores. After a troubled childhood, Stephen had initially studied to become a preacher, but ultimately graduated from Trevecca Nazarene College with a bachelor's degree in education, 10 years after leaving high school.
